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Using Garmin Connect on Your Computer

The Garmin Express™ application connects your watch to your Garmin Connect™ account using a computer. You can use the Garmin Express application to upload your activity data to your Garmin Connect account and to send data, such as workouts or training plans, from the Garmin Connect website to your watch. You can also add music to your watch (Downloading Personal Audio Content). You can also install software updates and manage your Connect IQ™ apps.

  1. Connect the watch to your computer using the USB cable.
  2. Go to garmin.com/express.
  3. Download and install the Garmin Express application.
  4. Open the Garmin Express application, and select Add Device.
  5. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Updating the Software Using Garmin Express

Before you can update your device software, you must have a Garmin Connect account, and you must download the Garmin Express application.

  1. Connect the device to your computer using the USB cable.

    When new software is available, Garmin Express sends it to your device.

  2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
  3. Do not disconnect your device from the computer during the update process.
    NOTE: If you have already set up your device with Wi‑Fi® connectivity, Garmin Connect can automatically download available software updates to your device when it connects using Wi‑Fi.
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